Martin Schulz blij met vrijlating Lutsenko (en)

Commenting on the pardon granted by the President of Ukraine Viktor Yanukovych to former Interior Minister Yuriy Lutsenko, the President of the European Parliament Martin Schulz i said:

"I wish to deeply thank Presidents Cox and Kwasniewski for their efforts in securing the pardon and release of Yuriy Lutsenko. Presidents Cox and Kwasniewski's commitment, under my tutelage, have ensured that Yuriy Lutsenko is a free man who can enjoy his first night in years with his family. I welcome Yuriy Lutsenko's pardon and release as a positive sign.

Fair and independent justice is needed in Ukraine and the release of Mr Lutsenko is a step in the right direction. It follows an earlier release of former Defence Minister Valeriy Ivashchenko last August. Our efforts to improve the conditions and address the case of Yulia Tymoshenko who is still held by Ukrainian authorities continue."